A Graaff-Reinet couple was released on free bail following their arrest on 23 August 2023 on charges of dealing in drugs.
It is alleged that on the mentioned date, SAPS Graaff Reinet Operational Command Centre (OCC) members executed a search warrant at a house in Fred Hufkie Street in Asherville. On searching the house 990 mandrax tablets, 500 grams of tik, 8 rolls of dagga and cash were confiscated. The estimated street value of the drugs is R800 000-00.
Edwill Klerk (42) and Ellewies Klerk (44) appeared in court and the case is remanded to 23 October 2023.
Sarah Baartman District Commissioner, Maj Gen Zolani Xawuka welcomed the arrests and applauded the members for their efforts. ‘Drug related issues is a major concern and contributor to certain types of crimes. Substance abuse can lead to criminality as users/addicts may resort to illegal means to acquire drugs to fund their addiction. We urge the community’s to continue providing information to the police either voluntarily or anonymously,’ added Maj Gen Xawuka.
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